Where to Get Dog Chemotherapy: General Practice Veterinarians Can Do Chemo | Dr. Kristen Lester #277

Dr. Kristen Lester has taken a unique journey as a general practitioner offering chemotherapy to dogs. Dr. Lester shares the inspiring cancer story of her "heart dog" Sue, the challenges of cancer treatment, and why she believes GPs can play a vital role in oncology. From safety protocols to overcoming the lack of local specialists, this episode is packed with insights for dog lovers and veterinarians alike. 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 

How Dr. Lester got into oncology through her heart dog, Sue 

The role general practitioners can play in cancer treatment 

Safety protocols for administering chemo in a general practice 

Tools and resources for GPs interested in oncology 

The pros and cons of choosing a GP versus an oncologist 

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Related Links: 
This chemotherapy article covers EVERYTHING! https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/drugs/dog-chemotherapy/ 
Looking at metronomic chemo? Here’s a great read: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/diagnosis-and-medical-procedures/metronomic-chemotherapy-for-dogs/ 

Chapters: 
00:00 Introduction 
00:30 - Dr. Lester’s Background: General Vet Meets Oncology 
01:15 - The Heart Dog Who Started It All: Sue’s Story 
06:45 - What is Chemotherapy in General Practice Like? 
08:30 - The Role of Palladia and Modern Cancer Drugs 
12:15 - General Practitioners vs. Oncologists: Pros and Cons 
19:00 - Safety Protocols for Chemo in General Practice 
24:30 - Special Equipment Needed for Chemotherapy 
30:15 - What Dog Owners Should Know About At-Home Chemo 
35:00 - Common Cancers and Chemo Protocols GPs Can Handle 
38:45 - How to Start Offering Chemo as a GP 
45:15 - Resources and Support for General Practitioners 
48:30 - Closing Thoughts: Fighting Cancer Together 
 
Get to know Dr. Kristen Lester:
https://www.dogcancer.com/people/kristen-marie-lester-dvm/ 
For more details, articles, podcast episodes, and quality education, go to the episode page: https://www.dogcancer.com/podcast/  
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